Reports to: Director of Media Department: Communications
Classification: Exempt
Department: Communications
Please e-mail video link to ag@okcnm.org and mae@okcnm.org for application to be considered.
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JOB SUMMARY:
This position records video and audio of current events and oral histories at the Memorial and Museum. Produces videos for Memorial website, social media, educational, exhibits and internal use; also, is responsible for creating story ideas to use across multiple digital platforms.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Record and edit video and audio of current events.
- Record and edit video and audio of Memorial functions (Remembrance Ceremony, Reflections of Hope, Memorial Marathon, Media Symposium, Education symposiums, other events as created).
- Record and edit video oral histories.
- Produce broadcast quality videos of current events for web and social media usage.
- Write scripts for videos as needed.
- Produce broadcast quality videos for use in museum exhibits.
- Produce broadcast quality videos for internal use (training, board reports, etc.)
- Maintain and organize locally acquired and produced video archives.
- Maintain camera and editing equipment to broadcast specifications.
- Provide video as necessary for use by other entities (media, corporate).
- Shoot and edit still images of current events and beauty shots for internet use as well as internal needs (board reports, merchandise for online store, external requests such as print media).
- Serve on Museum Working Group and communication team
- Provide insight and opinions on media and journalism operations and practices as well as video production value, design concepts, and exhibit planning.
- Any and all other duties as assigned by supervisor
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years minimum of relevant experience in video.
- Understands working characteristics of video and still camera hardware, tripods, wireless microphones, lighting equipment, flash equipment, ancillary video accessories (storage and video).
- Knowledge of editing software, encoding software, DVD creation and duplication software and hardware.
- Thorough knowledge of video production techniques and best practices.
- Thorough knowledge of Adobe Premier Pro & After Effects
- Advanced knowledge of still photography skills.
- General knowledge of Photoshop editing practices.
- Advanced knowledge of media and journalism best practices.
PERSONAL QUALITIES:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective storytelling abilities
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Sensitivity to stakeholders who are closely associated with the purpose of the Memorial.
- Responsible and trustworthy.
- Team player and ability to work with many different types of people.
- Willingness to work all shifts, including nights and weekends as necessary to get the job done.
- Advanced script writing abilities.
- Excellent eye for design and production elements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Standing or walking for long periods of time.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Will work in an office environment, but should be flexible when responsibilities require work outside the office building. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Video: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person